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Chapman University - Dodge College MFA in Film Production (Cinematography)
DisappointingI studied in the MFA cine program for one year and deferred due to the corona virus, but decided not to return to the program, mainly due to disillusionment with the quality of the classes. The first semester, everyone is required to take a class called "Story". To be blunt the class was kind of... -
Rome International Film School
Only a fool would miss this opportunityNo filmmaker is so great that Carl Haber cannot help them improve and explore the full extent of their potential. I have had the pleasure to take a handful of courses from Carl at RIFS and in addition to being one of the most interesting and kind people you will meet in your life, Carl is... -
Brooklyn College (CUNY) Feirstein - MFA in Cinematography
Not Worth Your TimeIllustrating everything that is wrong with this school would take over an hour, and I have neither the time nor patience for that. To avoid being redundant, I would read the other one star review for Feirstein, as it paints an accurate picture of the amount of chaos and the lack of clear... -
Brooklyn College (CUNY) Feirstein - MFA in Cinematography
A MessIt took me a while to write this review but when I saw there were none from current students I felt it was important to do so. I came to Feirstein two years ago because it was an exciting new program and it was half the price of most NY-based schools. I was looking forward to being part of a... -
NYU - Tisch Undergraduate Film & Television
I had a great time here but that was back in the late 90sI loved NYU. I was a pre-med student who transferred in 1999 and graduated 2001. I received two scholarships, multiple grants and loans. They had a Director's Series -- where a director would come in and talk about their movie before it was released (i.e. Wes Anderson and Bill Murray came in to...
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An exploration of the history and modern day importance of postcards.
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In the midst of a global pandemic, a very paranoid vampire orders contactless food delivery.
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Pretty well, this application came together fairly quickly but the Personal Statement, as always, was a little bit tricky - there's just a lot that you have to try and get across whilst also attempting to be different and interesting.
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- UCLA - Directing/Film Production
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- Oct 25, 2021
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This one was tricky, but I'm really happy with what I came up with. Not sure if the scene prompt was the kind of thing they were looking for, but I really enjoyed writing it.
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- AFI - Screenwriting
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- Oct 23, 2021
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USC MFA Directing/Production - Spring 2022
Third time applying after Spring 2021 (waitlisted) and Fall 2021
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USC Film and TV production 2022 Spring
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How I Got into Chapman University’s Dodge College as an International Student
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How to get into FSU's College of Motion Picture Arts: Tips from Paige Roberts, Head of Admissions (Part 1)
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How COVID-19 changed film school from coast to coast
Even in the days before the Delta strain wreaked havoc from coast to coast, we already knew that COVID-19 has altered the film industry — and... -
You now have until January 31, 2022 before you must start repaying student loans — here's how to prepare
On August 6, 2021, the Biden Administration enacted a second extension of the pause on student loan repayment, interest, and collections until...
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How I chose between NYU Dramatic Writing and AFI Screenwriting.
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How I chose between NYU Dramatic Writing and AFI Screenwriting. I anguished over the thought of turning down either school. As a true cinephile... -
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When all the noise went away, I asked 'why?' And that was wrong.
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I did a thing - and you can too!
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My last post was all about the develop, prep and shooting of my short film. For Heads/Tails process, the next phase has been our crowdfunding... -
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You have to make it happen.
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We all want to make movies. We wouldn't be here if that wasn't the case. But making any movie, even a short can feel daunting no matter how much... -
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So you've been denied to grad school, now what?
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It's nearly the end of March and for the second year in a row, I have not received any acceptances for the MFA screenwriting programs I applied...
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Applied FALL 2022 - NYU Dramatic Writing MFAPretty well, this application came together fairly quickly but the...
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Applied UCLA MFA in Production/Direction - Narrative for Fall 2022First time applying!
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Applied FALL 2022 - AFI Screenwriting MastersThis one was tricky, but I'm really happy with what I came up with. Not...
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Denied (After Interview) USC MFA Directing/Production - Spring 2022Third time applying after Spring 2021 (waitlisted) and Fall 2021- ScriptToScreenDream
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Latest questions
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Chapman University - Dodge College of Film and Media Arts (B.A. & B.F.A.)What's the vibe at Dodge competitiveness-wise? USC SCA is known to be pretty cutthroat competitive where as LMU SFTV actually markets itself as...
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London Film School - MA ScreenwritingHi, does anyone know if the Film School is still moving to London City Island? Thanks
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NFTS - Film Studies, Programming and CurationHi all, I'm applying to this program, and I'm really proud of my essay. However, I worry that my essay is really stretching the prompt. Should I...
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National Film and Television School (NFTS) - Directing FictionCan anyone give a review about MA Dricting Producing science and natural history in NFTS?- yaditya6
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Met Film School - MA DirectingHello, I've just applied for the ONE YEAR MA in screenwriting for MetFilmSchool, both for the Berlin Campus and the London campus. My interview...
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FALL 2022 - NYU Dramatic Writing MFABe sure to check in with the 2022 thread: https://www.filmschool.org/threads/nyu-dramatic-writing-mfa-fall-2022-entry.30147/ -
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AFI Directing Fall 2021Love your short films!! They're both so captivating!! How was the interview process?
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After Three Years of Rejection, I Got Into The Two Best Film Schools in The World. Here Are The Five Things I Learned...Hey, since you're already studying at AFI, I was wondering if you could help me connect with a fellow from the Production Design department...
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After Three Years of Rejection, I Got Into The Two Best Film Schools in The World. Here Are The Five Things I Learned...Do you know anyone in the production design dept. at AFI
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How to Get Into AFI: Exclusive Advice From the Admissions Office (Part 2)I'm so happy you guys shared this article. It's a really informative one and definitely has helped me with not only my AFI application, but to...
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Film School MFA Acceptance Rates, Minimum GPAs, Decision Dates, and more... (2020 stats)Oh. Well we don't differentiate. I think most people applying to grad school don't already have a graduate GPA... But I'd say in your car having...
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Film School MFA Acceptance Rates, Minimum GPAs, Decision Dates, and more... (2020 stats)Sorry, I meant in cases where students apply having both an undergraduate and a graduate GPA. Should've been more clear. Thanks for your response...
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Tips on filmmakingI really appreciate this. These tips can come in extremely handy for students who are interested in becoming the future filmmaking heros, film...
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When all the noise went away, I asked 'why?' And that was wrong.This is so beautifully written Patrick. I just feel like giving you a tight bear hug.
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How I chose between NYU Dramatic Writing and AFI Screenwriting.What a great post. I would like to hire you as my student's personal film school decision coach, LOL. -
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How I chose between NYU Dramatic Writing and AFI Screenwriting.Great post! Very informative and thorough! I'm looking forward to your update while you're at NYU.
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Admitted but Not Attending (After Interview) LMU - Film and Television Production 2021First time applicant, accepted from waitlist
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